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Plantar hyperhidrosis: A review of current management
Sanjay Singh1, Simranjit Kaur1, Paul Wilson1
1a Royal Lancaster Infirmary University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay , Lancaster , UK.
Aim:
To critically appraise current literature regarding the management of plantar hyperhidrosis in the form of a structured review.
Method:
A literature search was conducted using various databases and search criteria.
Discussion:
The literature reports the use of conservative, medical and surgical treatment modalities for the management of plantar hyperhidrosis. However, long-term follow-up data are rare and some treatment modalities currently available are not fully understood.
Conclusion:
There is a considerable dearth in the literature on the management of plantar hyperhidrosis. Further study in larger populations with longer follow-up times is critical to access the long-term effects of treatment. Nonetheless, iontophoresis, botulinum toxin injection and lumbar sympathectomy are promising treatment modalities for this disorder.
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